Deed & Property Records
Deeds were recorded beginning on May 10, 1729 when the County was formed. Deeds are excellent sources for locating an individual at a specific point and place in time. They are also vital links in researching the history of an old home.
Digital images of all historical deeds and indexes since 1729 are available through the Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds:
Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds
Select "
Search Public Records" and choose one of the following:
Online IQS Infodex: "Search by Name" (Deed Index 1729-1981) or view deed images by typing in a deed reference on the "Go to Document" tab.
Records Search (Deeds 1981-present)
Historical Maps
Historical maps of Lancaster County are available within the archives for the years 1864, 1875, and 1899. Lancaster City maps are also available for 1886.